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A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a building with multiple windows and balconies.

A hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a desk, a chair, a TV, a mirror, and a wardrobe.

A hotel with a large entrance, a covered patio area, and a tower-like structure.

A spacious living area with a sofa, dining tables, and a fireplace.

1. West Inn & Suites

City Center, 0.8 mi from GIA Museum

William

£123

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and tables, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

A spacious lobby with a dining area, seating arrangements, and a large window providing natural light.

A modern hotel with a curved facade, multiple balconies, and a sign indicating it is a Marriott Residence Inn.

A poolside area with stone fire pit seating and lounge chairs.

2. Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad

City Center, 1.9 mi from GIA Museum

Trevor

£146

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

An outdoor patio area with turquoise chairs, a fire pit, and palm trees.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a fireplace, and a large chandelier.

A modern hotel with a covered entrance, stone pillars, and a sign reading "Home2".

A modern lounge area with a sofa, colorful chairs, a coffee bar, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

3. Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad

City Center, 1.8 mi from GIA Museum

Ruth

£127

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, surrounded by chairs, under a pergola.

A hotel reception area with a Pepsi refrigerator, a large mosaic wall, and a wooden floor.

A modern hotel with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.

A hotel lobby with multiple seating areas, including tables and chairs, and a large screen displaying content.

4. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad

City Center, 1.8 mi from GIA Museum

Phuong

£109

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A hotel courtyard with a covered walkway, palm trees, and well-lit building facades.

A lobby with a modern ceiling design, glass doors leading to a seating area with cushioned chairs, and a brick floor.

A rooftop terrace with a fire pit, outdoor seating, and a view of the sunset.

A hotel with a central courtyard, palm trees, and a well-lit entrance.

5. Grand Pacific Palisades

Carlsbad Ranch, 0.5 mi from GIA Museum

Amit

£178

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A resort with a beach view, palm trees, and a wedding ceremony setup.

A bar area with a long counter, wicker chairs, and decorative hanging lights.

An outdoor wedding venue with rows of white chairs, a floral archway, and string lights.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with balconies.

6. Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

South Beach, 0.9 mi from GIA Museum

Mark

£114

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a wicker basket, and a red hat on a cushioned bench.

A lobby with a glass door entrance, wicker chairs with cushions, and a modern ceiling design.

A covered outdoor seating area with multiple lounge chairs and a view of the landscape.

A modern bar area with high stools, a bar counter, and a large window with decorative ironwork.

7. The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Carlsbad Ranch, 0.5 mi from GIA Museum

Rachel

£160

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a central fire feature.

A dining area with a long table, chairs, and a chandelier.

A hotel with a swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

A hotel entrance with a large circular chandelier, a brick facade, and a sign reading "TWENTY20".

8. Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa

Carlsbad Ranch, 0.5 mi from GIA Museum

Robert

£193

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A multi-level outdoor patio with a dining area, potted plants, and a large umbrella.

A hotel room with a dining area, a fireplace, and a television on the wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a large landscape painting above the beds.

A pool area with lounge chairs and a building with balconies in the background.

9. Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

Olde Carlsbad, 2 mi from GIA Museum

Darlene

£73

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

An outdoor patio with fire pits, wicker furniture, and hanging lights.

A modern lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and decorative lighting.

A modern building with a large entrance, a landscaped area with planters, and a clear sky.

A pool area with palm trees, lounge chairs, and a sunset sky.

10. Hotel Solea, Autograph Collection

Carlsbad Ranch, 0.5 mi from GIA Museum

elena

£213

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A modern dining area with high tables and chairs, a kitchen counter with appliances, and large windows providing natural light.

A modern gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weightlifting equipment.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a curved seating area, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A multi-story hotel with a central courtyard featuring a hot tub and a swimming pool.

11. Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

South Beach, 1.8 mi from GIA Museum

Raquel

£83

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A pool area with a view of palm trees and a sunset.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a television, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a patterned carpet.

A hotel with a prominent sign, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.

A gym with treadmills, weight machines, and free weights.

12. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

South Beach, 1.8 mi from GIA Museum

Ortencia

£83

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A hotel with a covered entrance, palm trees, and a sign for Holiday Inn Express & Suites.

A buffet with labeled containers of omelets and other dishes.

A covered outdoor area with wicker furniture, a pool, and a clear view of the sky.

A modern hotel lobby with a green sofa, a wooden coffee table with a plant, and a large abstract wall art piece.

13. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

South Beach, 1.9 mi from GIA Museum

JASON

£90

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

An aerial view of a resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

A gazebo surrounded by trees on a well-maintained lawn.

A casual dining restaurant with a brick wall and exposed ceiling pipes.

A pathway leading to a building with a covered gazebo, surrounded by mature trees and well-maintained lawns.

14. Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott

City Center, 0.6 mi from GIA Museum

YADIRA

£117

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

A 6 Motel with a 'Welcome' sign, a 'Tow Away' sign, and a number '6117' on the building.

A pool area with a blue pool, white chairs, and a blue umbrella.

A reception area with a counter, a bulletin board, and a clock on the wall.

15. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

City Center, 0.8 mi from GIA Museum

David

£51

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

An aerial view of a hotel with multiple buildings, parking lots, and a surrounding urban area.

A hotel reception area with a modern design, including a reception desk, seating area, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, and a shower.

A bathroom with a round white sink, a mirror, and a window.

16. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

South Beach, 1.9 mi from GIA Museum

Denise

£55

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

An outdoor seating area with sofas, chairs, and tables, surrounded by a stone wall and string lights.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a large window with a view of a landscape.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a kitchen in the background.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a fireplace.

17. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

5.5 mi from GIA Museum

Jana

£115

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A swimming pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and safety signs.

A hotel room with a wooden shelf unit, a door, and a wall with a circular pattern. There are two refrigerators with various food items and beverages.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a chair, and a small table.

A modern hotel lobby with a large seating area, a central table, and large windows with curtains.

18. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

Aviara, 2.6 mi from GIA Museum

Christine

£101

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A hammock in a room with wooden flooring and a dark wall.

A modern living room with a fireplace, wooden ceiling beams, a sofa, and a dining area with checkered chairs.

A modern two-story building with a wooden facade, a garage, and a well-maintained garden with various plants and flowers.

19. Twelve Senses Retreat

6.8 mi from GIA Museum

Felipe

£279

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

An outdoor patio with a grill, dining area, and seating.

A gym with treadmills and elliptical machines, large windows, and outdoor seating with umbrellas.

A Fairfield Inn & Suites Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a well-lit facade.

A pool area with lounge chairs, a pool, and a covered seating area.

20. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos

8.8 mi from GIA Museum

Fessehai

£108

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to GIA Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
West Inn & Suites	9.4 Exceptional 1,089 reviews	View
Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad	9.2 Wonderful 1,014 reviews	View
Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad	9.2 Wonderful 1,005 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad	9.0 Wonderful 1,024 reviews	View
Grand Pacific Palisades	9.0 Wonderful 1,013 reviews	View

Top GIA Museum Hotel Reviews

LEGOLAND California Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing place to take kids have fun. Staff very amazing"

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect stay and great location for our needs and just being close to the beach. Will definitely be staying here again if I come back."

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Enjoyed our one night stay every thing was great"

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

8/10 Good

"Shower needs some redoing."

Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott

10/10 Excellent

"I loved our stay at the Carlsbad by the sea Hotel. My focus was the pool and jacuzzi. Both were warm, clean and safe. We were in Room #222 but the walk to the pool area was quick. Plenty of pool-side towelsBreakfast was excellent and well managed. Lobby staff was very friendly and helpful. Our room had been recently renovated and the king bed was so comfortable!"

Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

10/10 Excellent

"The shuttle to the beach was great! Beach chairs, umbrellas, towels, water, and people checking on you."

MarBrisa Carlsbad Resort

10/10 Excellent

"A wonderful hotel complex to stay at! It was perfect!!!"

Ocean Front+ Theater Room +Hot Tub + Game Room

10/10 Excellent

"The property was better than expected. They had a shed full of beach chairs, umbrellas, boogie boards, sand toys and even a beach wagon. It was super convenient to walk across the street and down the stairs to the beach. This beach was a beautiful setting for family photos."

Ocean Front+Terramar+Near Legoland +Sea World

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely fantastic stay. Great location. We had a few hiccups but the response was so fast and problems fixed asap. We loved the beach amenities provided , comfortable home, and an all around great rental."

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A miniature cityscape with various buildings and a small pond.

LEGOLAND® California

9.0/10 (3,395 reviews)

The world of LEGO® comes to life at this playground for the imagination.

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A field of colorful flowers with a clear blue sky and palm trees in the background.

Flower Fields of Carlsbad

9.0/10 (922 reviews)

Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and explore Flower Fields of Carlsbad, a lovely green space in Carlsbad. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or seek out the surfing spots.

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Carlsbad Premium Outlets

8.8/10 (2,412 reviews)

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Carlsbad Premium Outlets during your trip to Carlsbad. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area or seek out the surfing spots.

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Museum of Making Music

8.4/10 (6 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Museum of Making Music in Carlsbad. Discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area or enjoy its surfing spots.

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SEA LIFE Carlsbad Aquarium

8.8/10 (327 reviews)

Take the children to visit the sea life you'll find at SEA LIFE Carlsbad Aquarium during your holiday to Carlsbad. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its great live music.

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The Crossings at Carlsbad

8.6/10 (411 reviews)

Play a round of golf in Carlsbad at The Crossings at Carlsbad, and enjoy other activities such as surfing. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or experience its great live music.

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Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation

7.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation during your trip to Carlsbad. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the beautiful sunsets in this family-friendly area.

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North Ponto Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at North Ponto Beach during your trip to Carlsbad?

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around GIA Museum?

GIA Museum is located in a family-friendly area of Carlsbad known for its beautiful beaches and fun-filled attractions. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 151 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to GIA Museum?

LEGOLAND California Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 2 outdoor pools and 3 restaurants. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from GIA Museum. Other good options close by include Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa and Hotel Solea, Autograph Collection.

How many hotels are there near GIA Museum?

Expedia has 151 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from GIA Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near GIA Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals near GIA Museum.

What can I see and do near GIA Museum?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Museum of Making Music and Craftsmanship Museum. Spend some time exploring the the natural beauty of Flower Fields of Carlsbad, Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park and Poinsettia Park. Dip your toes in the water at Carlsbad Lagoon, Tamarack Beach and South Carlsbad State Beach.

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Our top choices for GIA Museum hotels

1. West Inn & Suites

2. Residence Inn by Marriott Carlsbad

3. Home2 Suites by Hilton Carlsbad

4. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego Carlsbad

5. Grand Pacific Palisades

6. Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

7. The Cassara Carlsbad, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

8. Westin Carlsbad Resort & Spa

9. Days Inn by Wyndham Carlsbad

10. Hotel Solea, Autograph Collection

11. Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

12. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

13. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

14. Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott

15. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA - Near Legoland

16. Motel 6 Carlsbad, CA Beach

17. Ayres Hotel Vista Carlsbad

18. Hampton Inn Carlsbad-North San Diego County

19. Twelve Senses Retreat

20. Fairfield Inn & Suites San Diego North/San Marcos

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Top GIA Museum Hotel Reviews

LEGOLAND California Hotel

Best Western Carlsbad by the Sea

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Carlsbad Beach by IHG

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Carlsbad - Legoland Area

Carlsbad by the Sea Hotel, Carlsbad, Series By Marriott

Hilton Garden Inn Carlsbad Beach

MarBrisa Carlsbad Resort

Ocean Front+ Theater Room +Hot Tub + Game Room

Ocean Front+Terramar+Near Legoland +Sea World

Other attractions near GIA Museum

LEGOLAND® California

Flower Fields of Carlsbad

Carlsbad Premium Outlets

Museum of Making Music

SEA LIFE Carlsbad Aquarium

The Crossings at Carlsbad

Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation

North Ponto Beach

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